Kishwaukee Community Hospital offers community wellness programs

Posted: Wednesday, Jan 16th, 2013

DEKALB — Kishwaukee Community Hospital is offering several community wellness programs.

Ingredients for Healthy Living: Bean Basics

This class is an exploration of the legume (bean), a budget friendly food packed with nutritional benefits. Jo Cessna, Healthy Culinary Instructor, explains the different varieties of beans and how to properly select, store, prepare and freeze them. Learn how to incorporate them into soups, spreads, burgers and salads through a variety of cooking methods. Recipes and tastings provided. Sessions meet Jan. 30, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Hyvee Club Room. A repeat of this series is offered on Jan. 31, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the same location. The fee for this class is $10 per person. Registration is required and closes five days before the program date. A minimum number of participants are also required. Call 815-748-8962 or visit www.kishhospital.org/programs. Register once to attend all sessions.